2003 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
