2008 BMW 316 vs. 1991 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Presea. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1991 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Presea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
