1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 33 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 745 kg more than 1974 BMW 2.8. 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan 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 | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 2.8 | Titan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3560 mm |