1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Stanza has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Stanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Stanza | 535 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2968 mm |
