1972 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,617 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (121 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Commercial (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
