2011 Nissan Juke vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, 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, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Juke | 1997 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Juke | 730 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4125 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
