1997 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1997 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (382 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
