1979 BMW 725 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 725 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1979 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 725.
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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 725 | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 725 | Titan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3550 mm |