2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 635 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z4 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
