1987 BMW 324 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 324 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 324 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 324 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 135 L |
