1999 Nissan Crew vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 320 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew. 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Crew | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Crew | 320 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |