1985 BMW 628 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 628 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 628 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
