1977 BMW 528 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1983 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 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 528 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
