1998 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, both 1998 BMW 320 and 1998 Nissan Pickup were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 294 kg more than 1998 BMW 320.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup. 1998 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 320 | Pickup |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |