1990 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 BMW 525.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
