1973 BMW Touring vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 38 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1585 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | X6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2934 mm |