1988 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 20 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 116 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 189 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Because 1988 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 15.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
