2006 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Nissan 270 R
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 270 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 270 R would be higher. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 270 R (270 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 270 R should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 Nissan 270 R.
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, 1994 Nissan 270 R (344 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1994 Nissan 270 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1994 Nissan 270 R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | 270 R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
