2008 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 13 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 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
