2000 BMW 318 vs. 1969 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,987 cc, 1969 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1969 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1987 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
