1949 BMW 340 vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1972 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 340 | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
