1994 BMW 854 vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 108 kg more than 1994 BMW 854.
Because 1994 BMW 854 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 854. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 854 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
