1998 BMW 740 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
