1971 BMW 3 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 828 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
