1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Patrol | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Patrol | X5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 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 | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2934 mm |