2009 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1594 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
