2008 BMW 118 vs. 1999 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 1999 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 118 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |