1996 BMW 530 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Stanza |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |