1990 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Le Baron would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. (223 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Le Baron | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Le Baron | X3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1875 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 | 100 L | 67 L |
