2008 BMW 535 vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 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 182 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
