1996 BMW 725 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 725 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 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 |
