1998 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 12 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330. 2010 Nissan Titan 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. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Titan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |