1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 815 kg more than 1988 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Innocenti 990, 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Innocenti | BMW |
| Model | 990 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |
