1987 BMW 324 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324.
Because 1987 BMW 324 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 1987 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 324 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 324 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |