2009 BMW M3 vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |