2003 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 330 | 1995 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |