2006 BMW 523 vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 523 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2160 mm |
