1984 BMW 316 vs. 1994 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1994 Nissan Presea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 316 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1994 Nissan Presea.
Because 1984 BMW 316 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 1984 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Presea, 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, 1994 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 316 | 1994 Nissan Presea | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 316 | Presea |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |