1998 BMW 323 vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
