1997 BMW S3 vs. 1994 Nissan 270 R
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 270 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 270 R would be higher. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 270 R (270 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1997 BMW S3. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 270 R should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1994 Nissan 270 R.
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 Nissan 270 R (344 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW S3. (330 Nm). This means 1994 Nissan 270 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 1994 Nissan 270 R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | S3 | 270 R |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
