1999 BMW 323 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 707 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2160 mm |
