1988 BMW M3 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
