1999 BMW 750 vs. 1984 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 988 kg more than 1984 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 750 | 1984 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 750 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5370 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 162 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |