1996 BMW 540 vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 969 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 540 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 1996 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 540 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |