2012 BMW 550 vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 550 | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 550 | Leopard |
Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2630 mm |