2008 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | M3 | Carlton |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |