1990 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 22 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 72 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 373 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | M3 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |