2000 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 330 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 2000 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 1985 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1268 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
