1990 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 14 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 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 145 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M3 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
