2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW M6 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 2013 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Maxima | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Maxima | M6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |