1974 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | Jetta |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |