2009 Acura RL vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 822 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Acura RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1974 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RL | Touring |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
