1990 Nissan Vanette vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Vanette | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Vanette | 325 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2810 mm |