1959 BMW 507 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1970 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1970 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 507 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |