1993 BMW 856 vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 16 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 207 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 451 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
Because 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 856 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
