1995 BMW S3 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 198 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 2012 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | S3 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
