1986 BMW M3 vs. 1984 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M3 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Innocenti 990, 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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 1984 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | M3 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2050 mm |
