2007 BMW 550 vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 550 | Violet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |