2011 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW M3 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1424 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
