2009 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
