1974 BMW Touring vs. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 23 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 157 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touring | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
