1974 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 540 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Malibu |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2738 mm |