1992 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1992 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Sunny | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Sunny | 535 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1491 mm |
