1981 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 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 74 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 BMW 525 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 1981 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1992 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |