1990 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (234 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | M3 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
