2006 BMW X3 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
