1974 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 34 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 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 14 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Ikon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |