1998 BMW 740 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1971 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 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 740 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2310 mm |