1994 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 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 102 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M3 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2972 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
