1999 BMW 318 vs. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 318 | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 233 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |