1999 Nissan Sunny vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 840 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Sunny | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Sunny | 6 series |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1369 mm |