1979 BMW 732 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. 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 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 732 | 211 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |