2005 BMW 730 vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Nissan Vanette. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2080 mm |
