1982 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 770 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Sunny | 2009 BMW 520 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Sunny | 520 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |