1999 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |