1992 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 325 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 325 | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 169 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |