2001 BMW M vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (187 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 251 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M | Stagea |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |