1990 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor 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 167 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
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, 1988 Ford Meteor, 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
