2007 BMW 116 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 665 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 2007 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 116 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
