1998 BMW 845 vs. 1996 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 845 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 845. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Almera, 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 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 845 | 1996 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 845 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
