1983 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 325 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
