1997 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 992 kg more than 1997 BMW 318. 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318. 2010 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
