1973 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 35 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), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 158 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, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | Touring | Elantra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
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 | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |