1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 2.8 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 2.8 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2980 mm |