1993 BMW 325 vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 473 kg more than 1993 BMW 325.
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. 2011 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 325 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
