1986 BMW 735 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 795 kg more than 1986 BMW 735. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 735 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |
