1995 BMW M3 vs. 1992 BMW 538
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 BMW M3. (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1995 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 1992 BMW 538 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 538 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
