1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1973 BMW 3.3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 3.3 | Sports |
Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 860 cc |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2160 mm |