1973 BMW Touring vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 535 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | X1 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |