1998 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 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 Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 318 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |