2008 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1966 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |