2006 BMW 650 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 650 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
