2002 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2002 BMW M3 and 2002 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
Because 2002 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 BMW M3 (480 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (279 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
