1999 BMW 540 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 476 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 540 (439 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 540 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
