2009 BMW 735 vs. 1984 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (213 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1984 Nissan Leopard. 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, 2009 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 1984 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 735 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 213 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
