2007 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 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 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 382 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
