1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia Prisma | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Prisma | X3 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |