1998 BMW M vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 381 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 73 L |
