1989 Nissan Santana vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 24 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 546 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana, 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Santana | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Santana | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |