1985 Nissan Silvia vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia. 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, 2009 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia. 2009 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Silvia | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Silvia | 318 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
