1999 BMW 330 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |