2008 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M6 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |