2005 BMW 318 vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2080 mm |
