1974 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 433 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Touring | Forester |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |