1981 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1971 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |