2008 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,493 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 325 | Silvia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1770 cc |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |