1988 BMW 524 vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 524 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1997 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 | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
