2009 BMW 335 vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana 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 1985 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
