1999 BMW M5 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 4 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 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 225 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M5 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M5 | Serena |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4900 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |