1987 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 730 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 1987 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 730 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
