1974 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 27 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 505 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, 2001 Chrysler Sebring (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2001 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Touring | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
