1974 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 32 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 686 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Freestar |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |