1983 BMW 628 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 628 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 628. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 628. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 628 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 628 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |