1998 BMW 740 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1983 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 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
