1996 BMW 520 vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
