2008 BMW 545 vs. 1995 Nissan Presea

To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea, 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 545 1995 Nissan Presea
Make BMW Nissan
Model 545 Presea
Year Released 2008 1995
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4397 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2590 mm


 

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