2010 BMW X6 vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1986 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X6 | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2560 mm |
