2007 BMW 550 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 26 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 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 604 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 750 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 550 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1680 cc |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 910 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 |