1988 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 25 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), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 211 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | M3 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
