1990 BMW 316 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1970 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
