1994 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 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 110 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 BMW 740.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
