2009 BMW 135 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 135 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
