1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 14 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. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Pickup | 335 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
