2003 BMW 530 vs. 1989 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1989 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 1989 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Vanette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2080 mm |