1973 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 32 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 17 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Micra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |