1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1982 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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
