2008 BMW 335 vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan President. 1998 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1998 Nissan President | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 335 | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |