1988 BMW M3 vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 164 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |