1973 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 519 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touring | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
