2001 Nissan HyperMini vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan HyperMini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan HyperMini would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Nissan HyperMini.
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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan HyperMini. (130 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan HyperMini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan HyperMini | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | HyperMini | 125 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
