1988 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 23 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Because 1988 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 1988 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi, 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M3 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
