1996 BMW 332 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 1 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 50 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 332 | Serena |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |