2006 BMW 130 vs. 1999 Nissan R 391
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 391. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 391 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Nissan R 391. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan R 391.
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, 1999 Nissan R 391 (359 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 130. (315 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan R 391 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1999 Nissan R 391 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | R 391 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
