2001 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 31 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 1010 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |