1992 BMW 520 vs. 1994 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1994 Nissan Presea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1994 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 520 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 1992 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Presea, 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1994 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Presea |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
