1988 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1986 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 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |