1994 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |