1973 BMW Touring vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1653 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 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Touring | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2946 mm |
