2009 BMW 330 vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 36 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 425 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Violet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |