2002 BMW 332 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1979 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 332 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
