1995 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
