BMW 3 series 1991 is a more dynamic driving. BMW 3 series 1983 engine produces 35 HP less power than BMW 3 series 1991, whereas torque is 30 NM less than BMW 3 series 1991. Due to the lower power, BMW 3 series 1983 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
8.0
6.9
The BMW 3 series 1991 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 3 series 1983 consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 1991, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series 1983 could require 165 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
55 litres
65 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
680 km in combined cycle
940 km in combined cycle
BMW 3 series 1991 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Ground clearance:
125 mm (4.9 inches)
110 mm (4.3 inches)
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. Note, however, that this BMW 3 series 1983 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from four 4x4 versions of BMW 3 series 1983 if off-road driveability is important to you.
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, while the height of BMW 3 series 1983 is 1 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
425 litres
435 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
425 litres
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BMW 3 series 1983 has 10 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series 1991.
