1999 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 1229 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
