2001 BMW M vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 7 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2001 BMW M 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 2001 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
