2009 BMW 530 vs. 1985 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1985 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Prairie, 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 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1985 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
