2004 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
