1992 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 816 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 740 | Armada |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |