1987 BMW 316 vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pickup is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 376 kg more than 1987 BMW 316.
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, 2002 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 316 | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 316 | Pickup |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1571 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |