1987 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 18 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 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano, 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 750 (450 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 750 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 82 L |
