1974 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 37 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1438 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Armada |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3129 mm |