2000 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 698 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, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
