1986 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 24 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 94 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
Because 1986 BMW 325 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 1986 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1986 BMW 325 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
