1997 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 123 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |