2008 BMW X5 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 37 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 850 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, 2008 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
