2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2011 BMW 750 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 2011 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Altima | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
