2008 BMW 118 vs. 1999 Nissan R 391
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 R 391. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 391 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 391 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 391 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118.
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 R 391 (359 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan R 391 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 R 391 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 118 | R 391 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
