1996 BMW 840 vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 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 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 840 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
