2003 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 797 kg more than 1967 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1967 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
