2007 BMW 730 vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 961 kg more than 1968 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, 2007 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 730 | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 730 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |