2009 BMW 335 vs. 1994 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Maxima. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1994 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2960 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
