1987 BMW 324 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1056 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 324 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 324 | Titan |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |