2005 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
