1998 BMW 323 vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 947 kg more than 1966 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
