1994 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
