1989 BMW 850 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 850 | Stanza |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |