1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Turbo | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
