1998 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
