1990 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 20 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 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 350 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.

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1990 BMW M3 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
Make BMW Mitsubishi
Model M3 Colt
Year Released 1990 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2467 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.1 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9:01
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.5 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.5 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 47 L