2006 BMW X3 vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
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, 2006 BMW X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 227 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2980 mm |
