1973 BMW Touring vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 37 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 299 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Frontier |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |