1974 BMW Touring vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 368 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 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | Touring | Commander |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |