2001 BMW M vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 575 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
