1995 BMW S3 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Armada. (318 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | S3 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
