1991 BMW M12 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M12 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
