2006 BMW 525 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 34 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | Touring |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1574 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
