2008 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
