1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Violet | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Violet | 335 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |