1973 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 495 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Touring | Previa |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |