1996 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 286 kg more than 1996 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 730 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
