2009 BMW 118 vs. 1988 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 1988 BMW M3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 118 | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |