2001 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel 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 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |