1990 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 420 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
