2005 BMW X5 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
