1983 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 1983 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 316 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |