1999 BMW 323 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 28 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 162 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
