2004 BMW 745 vs. 1968 Datsun 1800
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. 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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1968 Datsun 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 745 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |
