1990 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 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 97 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
