1985 BMW 324 vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 324 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
