1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 34 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 707 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.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1500 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
