1995 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, 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 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Maxima | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Maxima | 120 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |