1980 BMW 628 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1982 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 628 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
