1987 BMW 324 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 23 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 182 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 1987 BMW 324 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 324 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
