1996 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M3 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
