2006 BMW 535 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 25 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 830 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 535 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 535 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 910 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 |