2006 BMW 530 vs. 1985 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1985 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1985 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
