1992 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |