1985 BMW 316 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1985 BMW 316 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 316 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 BMW 316 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 316 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 18 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |
