1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 BMW Dinan. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Dinan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Dinan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Dinan. (403 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Dinan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Dinan | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
