2008 BMW 535 vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1991 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 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
