1973 BMW Touring vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1982 Nissan Silvia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Silvia (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Silvia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |