1974 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 470 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 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | Caddy |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |