1988 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 962 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2004 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M3 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
