1996 BMW 545 vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 BMW 545 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 BMW 545.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol 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 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 545 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2980 mm |
