2008 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo 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 302 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
