1971 BMW 3 vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 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 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Nissan Gloria. 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 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
