1994 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Isuzu Stylus
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Stylus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Stylus would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. (95 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Stylus, 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Stylus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1990 Isuzu Stylus | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M3 | Stylus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
