2007 BMW 523 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 24 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 675 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 523 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 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 | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |