1999 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 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 Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 730 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 730 | Armada |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5600 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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |