1973 BMW 3 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
