1994 BMW 740 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1971 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
