1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 924 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 924 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
