1998 BMW M vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M | Vanette |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2080 mm |