2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan 1400 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | 1400 | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |