1973 BMW Touring vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 705 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | 335 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2761 mm |