1974 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 249 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |