2008 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Nissan Vanette. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Vanette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2080 mm |