2007 BMW 335 vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1983 Nissan Leopard. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1983 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
