1974 BMW Touring vs. 1977 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (124 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1977 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | Touring | Avenger |
Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |