1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Sunny | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Sunny | 335 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1486 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |