2000 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 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, 2000 BMW 320 (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
