1988 BMW M3 vs. 1992 BMW 320
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1992 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 320 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |