1995 BMW 730 vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 BMW 730.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 730 | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
