1998 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 755 kg more than 1998 BMW 328. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 328 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 328 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 135 L |