1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1979 Datsun 280
To start off, 1979 Datsun 280 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 2,751 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Datsun 280 (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun 280 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun 280 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Datsun 280 (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1979 Datsun 280 | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 1602 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
