1990 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 316 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |