1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 92 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1500 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
