1995 BMW S3 vs. 1993 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW S3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Samurai 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 S3 (260 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1993 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | S3 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
