2008 BMW 550 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 2008 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 550 | Serena |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2283 cc |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |