2000 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady

To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 325 1973 Nissan Fairlady
Make BMW Nissan
Model 325 Fairlady
Year Released 2000 1973
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 995 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2310 mm


 

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