BMW 3 series 1987 vs BMW 3 series 1993
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 129 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 164 NM | 190 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13 seconds | 11 seconds | |
|
BMW 3 series 1993 is a more dynamic driving. BMW 3 series 1987 engine produces 21 HP less power than BMW 3 series 1993, whereas torque is 26 NM less than BMW 3 series 1993. Due to the lower power, BMW 3 series 1987 reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.7 | 10.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.6 l/100km | 9.7 l/100km | |
|
The BMW 3 series 1993 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification BMW 3 series 1987 consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 1993, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series 1987 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, BMW 3 series 1987 consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series 1993. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 65 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 560 km in combined cycle | 650 km in combined cycle | |
| 710 km on highway | 850 km on highway | ||
| 510 km with real consumption | 670 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 3 series 1993 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 series 1993 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 1993 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 440'000 km | 560'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW 3 series 1993 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on BMW 5 sērija | Used also on BMW 5 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 3 series 1987 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The BMW 3 series 1993 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.32 m | 4.43 m | |
| Width: | 1.64 m | 1.71 m | |
| Height: | 1.37 m | 1.35 m | |
|
BMW 3 series 1987 is smaller, but slightly higher. BMW 3 series 1987 is 11 cm shorter than the BMW 3 series 1993, 7 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series 1987 is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 312 litres | 230 litres | |
|
BMW 3 series 1987 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, BMW 3 series 1987 has 82 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series 1993. The BMW 3 series 1993 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 10 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`700 | 1`845 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 11 400 | 7800 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
BMW 3 sērija has
|
BMW 3 sērija has
| |