1998 BMW 323 vs. 2002 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 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 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2002 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Laurel. 2002 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2002 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
