1997 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 27 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 5 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
