1998 BMW M vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 9 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 242 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 84 L |
