1996 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, both 1996 BMW M3 and 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Because 1996 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 1996 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva, 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. 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 BMW M3 | 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | M3 | Achieva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |