2004 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
