1990 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2006 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Hardbody (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Hardbody (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2006 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
