1995 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 544 kg more than 1995 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
