1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 1900 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
