2007 BMW 335 vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 635 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 302 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
