1995 Nissan Serena vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 429 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Serena | 6 series |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2968 mm |