1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
