1996 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Because 1996 BMW 525 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 1996 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Altima |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |