1956 BMW 507 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1986 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 507 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
