2009 BMW X6 vs. 1989 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1989 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1989 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
