1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Tempra | M3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2761 mm |
