2007 BMW 530 vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | Vanette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2080 mm |