1996 BMW 725 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 3725 kg more than 1996 BMW 725.
Because 1996 BMW 725 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 1996 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 725 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3580 mm |
