1973 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Renault Modus
To start off, 2006 Renault Modus 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, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Modus weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Modus (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2006 Renault Modus | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | Touring | Modus |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |