1971 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 720 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Touring | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
