1983 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 281 kg more than 1983 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
