2007 BMW 730 vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, 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, 2007 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
