2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 585 kg more than 2010 BMW M5.
Because 2010 BMW M5 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 2010 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa, 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Versa | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Versa | M5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
