1982 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1982 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
