2009 BMW 650 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA

To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.

Because 2009 BMW 650 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 2009 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 650 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
Make BMW Nissan
Model 650 ALTIMA
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1413 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4864 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1829 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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