1990 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (172 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1990 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 1990 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1987 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
