1987 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
