2006 BMW 320 vs. 1969 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Nissan Gloria. 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1969 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1987 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
