1991 Auverland A3 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Auverland A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Auverland A3 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1991 Auverland A3. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1991 Auverland A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 459 kg more than 1991 Auverland A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Auverland A3. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Auverland A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Auverland A3 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Auverland | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1395 mm |
