1973 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 36 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 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 299 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, 2009 Saturn Aura (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | Touring | Aura |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |