1994 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 BMW 316.
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, 1994 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 316 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 316 | Serena |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |