2007 BMW 750 vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1974 Nissan Violet. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 750 | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 750 | Violet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |