1959 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 700 | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |