1987 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 814 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 320 | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 320 | Navara |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |