1974 BMW Touring vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 36 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 695 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, 2010 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |