1965 Riley Kestrel vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1965 Riley Kestrel. 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 1965 Riley Kestrel. 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 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Riley Kestrel | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Riley | BMW |
| Model | Kestrel | X3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
