2010 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 2010 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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, 2010 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 335 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Cube |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
