2004 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1998 Nissan President | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | President |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
