2009 BMW M3 vs. 1994 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Presea 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 321 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Presea, 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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1994 Nissan Presea | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Presea |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |