2003 BMW 545 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 32 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), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 375 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 545 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
