1994 Nissan Laurel vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan Laurel | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Laurel | 320 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |