2000 BMW 328 vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. 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 328 (279 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
