2007 BMW 320 vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 20 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2080 mm |
