1998 BMW 730 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1971 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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 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 |
