1997 BMW 850 vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1977 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
