1994 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 16 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 160 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 482 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
