1978 BMW M1 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1986 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M1 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
