2009 BMW 335 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
