2008 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1986 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana, 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana. 1986 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
