1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. Both 1998 Nissan Pickup and 2011 BMW 325 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Pickup | 325 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
