1972 BMW 3 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 942 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| 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 | 201 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3560 mm |
