1974 BMW Touring vs. 1997 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1997 Ford Galaxy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Galaxy (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 649 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 Ford Galaxy (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1997 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |