1997 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 140 L |
