1988 BMW 520 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 2 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 634 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, 1988 BMW 520 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
