1974 BMW Touring vs. 1982 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1982 Nissan Stanza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 130 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1982 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Touring | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
