2002 BMW 320 vs. 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia

To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 320 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.

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, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 320 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
Make BMW Nissan
Model 320 200 SX Silvia
Year Released 2002 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1809 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2480 mm


 

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