1974 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1054 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | Routan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2084 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3078 mm |