1991 BMW M12 vs. 1976 Datsun Violet
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (120 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1976 Datsun Violet | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | M12 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
