1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 17 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 840 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Laurel | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Laurel | 550 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 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 | 1400 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3066 mm |