1973 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 33 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | Touring | Cruze |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |