1987 Nissan Santana vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Nissan Santana | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Santana | X3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |