2002 BMW 760 vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2002 BMW 760 and 2002 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2002 BMW 760 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 2002 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 760 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |