1990 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 11 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 750 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M3 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
