2007 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Maxima. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1993 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 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, 1993 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1993 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
