1974 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (191 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | Touring | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
