1973 BMW 3 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 36 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 172 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1973 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1973 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 3 | Armada |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |