1988 BMW 524 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 1988 BMW 524 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 1988 BMW 524. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 524 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 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 | 210 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 | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
