2005 BMW 535 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 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 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
