1986 Nissan Stanza vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 689 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Stanza | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Stanza | 328 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
