2002 Acura RSX vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Acura RSX (193 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1972 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RSX | Touring |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
