1974 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 30 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 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fusion weights approximately 147 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2004 Ford Fusion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Fusion |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |