2004 BMW 525 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza 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 85 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
