1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 BMW 328.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Patrol | 328 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2761 mm |
