1995 BMW 316 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1995 BMW 316 is newer by 40 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 316 weights approximately 560 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, 1995 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 316 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
