1989 BMW 850 vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 209 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 850 | Stanza |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |