1996 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 840 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 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra, 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 840 | Micra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |