1999 BMW 740 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
