1996 BMW 725 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 725 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3200 mm |
