1973 BMW 3 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 37 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 28 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 172 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 1973 BMW 3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
