1971 BMW 3 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 3 | Sports |
Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 859 cc |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2160 mm |