2007 BMW 740 vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 740 | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 740 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |