1991 BMW M12 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M12 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3560 mm |
