1992 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 678 kg more than 1992 BMW 325. 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 325. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
