1989 BMW 850 vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 850 | 100 NX |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |