1988 BMW 535 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 17 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 335 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, 1988 BMW 535 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
