1996 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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 65 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 38 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
