1996 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Livina weights approximately 755 kg more than 1996 BMW 545.
Because 1996 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Livina, 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 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 545 | Livina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
