1993 Nissan Presea vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1993 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 123 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 2010 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Presea | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Presea | 123 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
