1987 BMW 750 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 750 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
