1999 BMW 529 vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 691 kg more than 1999 BMW 529. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 529. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 529. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 529.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 529 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
