1979 BMW 728 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1979 BMW 728 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 728 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW 728 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 728 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
