1977 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 969 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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 Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 528 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 528 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |