2007 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1986 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1986 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
