1988 BMW 730 vs. 1992 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1992 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1992 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 730 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 1988 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Micra, 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, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 1992 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
