1975 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 320 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 320 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |