1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1975 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1975 Nissan Violet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Nissan Violet. 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1975 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 2002 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
