1993 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1993 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1993 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Vauxhall Nova | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Nova | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3070 mm |