1988 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny 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 139 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |