1996 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 528 kg more than 1996 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest, 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
