2003 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
