1995 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 17 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 97 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M3 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
