1961 BMW 700 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 700 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 135 L |