1990 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
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1990 BMW M3 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |