1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1996 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Presea.
Because 1998 BMW Pickster 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 Pickster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea, 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 Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Presea. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1996 Nissan Presea | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Pickster | Presea |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |