1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1982 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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Sunny | 1998 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Sunny | 730 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2940 mm |
