1996 BMW 730 vs. 1966 Datsun 1000
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000. 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 730 | 1966 Datsun 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Datsun |
Model | 730 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 59 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |