1986 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |