1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Laurel | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Laurel | 125 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |