1992 BMW 540 vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima

To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 18 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.

Because 1992 BMW 540 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 1992 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 540 2010 Nissan Maxima
Make BMW Nissan
Model 540 Maxima
Year Released 1992 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1721 kg 1606 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1859 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.6 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 17.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 76 L