1973 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 485 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, 2010 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Fairlady | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Fairlady | 325 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |