1994 BMW 854 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1994 BMW 854 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 854 | Serena |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |