1992 BMW 540 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 540 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
