2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 1 Series 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 2012 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera, 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Primera | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Primera | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
