2004 BMW 525 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |