2008 BMW 130 vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1986 Nissan Leopard. 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard. 1986 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 130 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
