1974 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 31 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 430 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Altima |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |