1999 BMW V12 vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, both 1999 BMW V12 and 1999 Nissan Serena were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP) has 378 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 62 kg more than 1999 BMW V12.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena will offer significantly more control. 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 V12 (909 Nm) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Serena. (403 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | V12 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1692 kg |
