1979 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 320 (641 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 606 kg more than 1979 BMW 320.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 320 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3200 mm |
