1973 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2009 Ford Flex | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Flex |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |