1977 BMW 520 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1981 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, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 520 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |