1996 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 528 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
