1973 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Touring | Yaris |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |