1990 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 23 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 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 211 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | M3 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
