1980 BMW M5 vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 BMW M5 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 1980 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
