2008 BMW 325 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | Touring |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 1520 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
