1988 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
