2006 BMW 523 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 817 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 523 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 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 |