1994 BMW 740 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 740 | Stanza |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |