2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 741 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z4 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
