1987 BMW 324 vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 Versa, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 324 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
