2007 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (147 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 1992 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
