2008 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 27 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 595 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |