1992 BMW 740 vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara

To start off, both 1992 BMW 740 and 1992 Nissan Pintara were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 BMW 740 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 1992 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 1992 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Pintara has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Pintara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 740 1992 Nissan Pintara
Make BMW Nissan
Model 740 Pintara
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Size 3980 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2560 mm


 

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