1991 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1991 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 318.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
