1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 46 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 229 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800. 2009 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1963 BMW 1800 has manual transmission. 1963 BMW 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
