1973 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 34 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 751 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | Touring | Tucson |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |