1988 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van 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 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M3 | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
