1997 Nissan Primera vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 655 kg more than 1997 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Primera, 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 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Primera. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Primera 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.
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1997 Nissan Primera | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Primera | 6 series |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2856 mm |