2008 BMW 318 vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW 318.
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 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2080 mm |
