1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 894 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Turbo | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
