1993 BMW M3 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 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 92 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
