2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. 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 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | Convertible | Victor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
