1985 BMW 628 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 BMW 628.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 628 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
