2001 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
