2009 BMW 650 vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 650 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
