1998 BMW 325 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 619 kg more than 1982 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, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
