1974 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 35 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 880 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Touring | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
