1998 BMW M vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 538 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
Because 1998 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
