2007 BMW 130 vs. 1973 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun Laurel would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Datsun Laurel.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1973 Datsun Laurel | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 130 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
