1988 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 770 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | M3 | RX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
