1998 BMW 317 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 317. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 317 would be higher. At 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 317 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 317 (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 317 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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, 1998 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 317 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 317 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |