1973 Nissan President vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan President | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | President | 330 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2973 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |