1967 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 BMW X3

To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1967 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Nissan Sunny 2012 BMW X3
Make Nissan BMW
Model Sunny X3
Year Released 1967 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3300 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 630 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 645 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1881 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1675 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2810 mm


 

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