2008 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1955 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2160 mm |
