2007 Acura TL vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1973 BMW Touring | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | Touring |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |