1995 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 153 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
