1993 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 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 113 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 68 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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1993 BMW M3 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Forester |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2615 mm |