1987 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 25 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 423 kg more than 1987 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 750 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |