1996 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 332 | Titan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |