1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Santana | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Santana | 328 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2761 mm |