2003 BMW 320 vs. 1994 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1994 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
