1983 BMW 323 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 659 kg more than 1983 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
