2011 BMW X6 vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2480 mm |
