1985 Nissan Leopard vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 465 kg more than 1985 Nissan Leopard. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Leopard. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Leopard has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Leopard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Leopard | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Leopard | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |