1997 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 15 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 457 kg more than 1997 BMW 850.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4060 mm |
