1983 Nissan Micra vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Micra | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Micra | 528 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2888 mm |
