1990 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M3 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2834 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 22.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
