2009 BMW 635 vs. 1978 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan 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, 2009 BMW 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 635 | 1978 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 635 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |