1995 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 619 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
