2011 BMW 535 vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 535 | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 535 | Santana |
Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2560 mm |