1987 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Le Baron 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 217 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. 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 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Le Baron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Le Baron | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Le Baron | X3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
