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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 132 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
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 | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
