1996 BMW 332 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 16 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 332 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |