BMW 3 series 1987 vs BMW 3 series 1995
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.5 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: | 170 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 222 NM | 245 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| BMW 3 series 1987 and BMW 3 series 1995 have the same engine power, but BMW 3 series 1987 torque is 23 NM less than BMW 3 series 1995. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.7 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 62 litres | |
| 530 km with real consumption | 660 km with real consumption | ||
| Ground clearance: | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 series 1995 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 1995 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 470'000 km | 420'000 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 1987 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 7 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 1995 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 1995, 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 1995. The BMW 3 series 1995 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`710 | 1`805 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | BMW 3 series 1995 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series 1987 has serious deffects in 95 percent more cases than BMW 3 series 1995, so BMW 3 series 1995 quality is probably significantly better | ||
| Average price (€): | 11 400 | 7800 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
BMW 3 sērija has
|
BMW 3 sērija has
| |