1974 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Touring | Supra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
