2007 BMW M6 vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 337 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
Because 2007 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M6 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |