2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1998 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 890 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sentra. 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1998 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Convertible | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
