2005 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
