1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1993 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (230 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Laurel | 2005 BMW 545 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Laurel | 545 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |