1985 BMW 324 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 324 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
