1990 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 646 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320. 2011 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
