1980 Nissan Violet vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1980 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Violet. (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Violet. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Violet has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Violet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Violet | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Violet | 330 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |