1981 BMW 518 vs. 1992 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 518 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1981 BMW 518 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 1981 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1992 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 518. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 518 | 1992 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 518 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
