1979 BMW 732 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 624 kg more than 1979 BMW 732.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 732. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 732 | Navara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |