1974 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 661 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Touring | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3080 mm |