1972 BMW Touring vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Laurel |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |