1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 28 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
Because 1968 BMW 2800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 2800 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |