1987 BMW 324 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 21 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (141 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2008 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 2008 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 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 324 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 324 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
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 | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1077 kg |
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 | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |