1988 BMW M3 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 18 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 627 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3. 2006 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | M3 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
