1995 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina is newer by 15 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 227 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Livina weights approximately 680 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 1995 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Livina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Livina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
