1993 BMW 316 vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 842 kg more than 1993 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
