1990 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Nissan Sunny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1995 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
