2007 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 325 1969 Nissan Sunny
Make BMW Nissan
Model 325 Sunny
Year Released 2007 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 75 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 645 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2290 mm


 

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