1996 BMW 840 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. 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 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 840 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |