1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair 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 127 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. 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 1989 Ford Corsair. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Corsair | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Corsair | X3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |