2009 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |