2009 BMW 125 vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Primera, 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, 2009 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 125 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
