1988 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 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 78 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
