BMW 3 series 1983 petrol engines consumes on average 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 3 series 1991. On average, BMW 3 series 1983 equipped with diesel engines consume 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 1991. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 series 1983 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.
Dimensions
Length:
4.32 m
4.43 m
Width:
1.64 m
1.70 m
Height:
1.38 m
1.39 m
BMW 3 series 1983 is smaller. BMW 3 series 1983 is 11 cm shorter than the BMW 3 series 1991, 6 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
425 litres
435 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
425 litres
1200 litres
Turning diameter:
11 meters
10 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series 1983 is 1 metres more than that of the BMW 3 series 1991, which means BMW 3 series 1983 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
