1994 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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 29 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 43 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M3 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
