2007 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 5 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 881 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M6 | NV |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2156 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |