1993 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit, 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | BMW | Eagle |
| Model | M3 | Summit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
