2007 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1987 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 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 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1987 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 987 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 | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
