1988 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 18 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 924 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3. 2006 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
