2009 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 14 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Serena |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |