1996 BMW 535 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 BMW 535.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
