1998 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330.
Because 1998 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
