2007 BMW X3 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
