1983 BMW 725 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena.
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, 1983 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 725 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 725 | Serena |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |