1978 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 1978 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 520 | Juke |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |