1972 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 BMW 520.
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, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 520 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |