1980 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 BMW M5. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 994 kg more than 1980 BMW M5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M5. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M5 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |