1974 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 30 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 2,506 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 223 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Sentra |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |