1990 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 6 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (187 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 426 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Stagea |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |