2002 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Nissan Presea

To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea, 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 330 1995 Nissan Presea
Make BMW Nissan
Model 330 Presea
Year Released 2002 1995
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2590 mm