1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 39 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Turbo | Frontier |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 381 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |