1975 BMW 320 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 BMW 320 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
