1976 BMW 628 vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 628 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
