1985 Nissan Silvia vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 26 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), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
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, 2011 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Silvia | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Silvia | 116 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| 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 | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
