2003 BMW M3 vs. 1995 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 BMW M3. (282 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1995 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
