1990 Ford Tempo vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1990 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Tempo | X6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2934 mm |
