1992 BMW 850 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1955 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2160 mm |
