2007 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Prairie 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 117 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. 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 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | Prairie |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |