1990 Nissan Micra vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 919 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 128 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 2012 BMW 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Micra | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Micra | 128 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2659 mm |
