1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 1295 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Sunny | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Sunny | 730 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
