2005 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan President weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1997 Nissan President | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | President |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 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 |
