1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 787 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Sunny | 335 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
