1988 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 755 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Patrol | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Patrol | 125 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |
