1974 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 33 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 720 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (408 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Touring | Durango |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |