2008 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | M3 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
