1986 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1994 Nissan Crew is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Crew weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 BMW 325. 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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Crew. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1994 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Crew |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
