1989 BMW 850 vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1952 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 850 | Sports |
Year Released | 1989 | 1952 |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 860 cc |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2160 mm |