1981 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 679 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 745 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
