1998 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1998 BMW 318 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 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 318 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |