1983 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 12 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
