1992 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 BMW M3. (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 743 kg more than 1992 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
