2009 BMW M5 vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 943 kg more than 1985 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
