2009 BMW 630 vs. 1972 Nissan 240 C
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan 240 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1972 Nissan 240 C. 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 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan 240 C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 630 | 1972 Nissan 240 C | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 630 | 240 C |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |