1999 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 254 kg more than 1999 BMW 323.
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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 323 | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |