1973 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1973 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 505 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Fairlady | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Fairlady | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |