1973 BMW Touring vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 32 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 810 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | Touring | Korando |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |