2012 Nissan Frontier vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 299 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier. 1999 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Frontier | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Frontier | 330 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |
