1974 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2001 Ford Explorer is newer by 27 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Explorer (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Explorer weights approximately 178 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, 2001 Ford Explorer (320 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2001 Ford Explorer | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Explorer |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |