1974 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Ford Excursion

To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2474 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.

Compare all specifications:

1974 BMW Touring 2005 Ford Excursion
Make BMW Ford
Model Touring Excursion
Year Released 1974 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1572 cc 5949 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 759 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 18.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 3504 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 2040 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3490 mm