2007 BMW M3 vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1952 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2160 mm |
