1997 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 643 kg more than 1997 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
