1992 BMW 538 vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Titan.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 538. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 538 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
