1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel 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 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 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 1986 Hyundai Excel. 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 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Hyundai Excel | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Excel | X3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |