1993 BMW 856 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 316 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 856. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 856 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3560 mm |
