1999 BMW M28i vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M28i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M28i would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 BMW M28i. (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M28i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 184 kg more than 1999 BMW M28i. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M28i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M28i | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
