2005 BMW 525 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | 211 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |