1978 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 520 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |