1999 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 1999 BMW 330 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 1999 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Altima |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |