2009 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
