2008 BMW 118 vs. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 118 | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
