1994 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 17 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 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
