1957 BMW 600 vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1966 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Sunny (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 98 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Nissan Sunny (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2290 mm |
