2001 BMW M3 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2160 mm |
