2008 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1987 Nissan Silvia. 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1987 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Silvia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |