2007 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. 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 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |