1991 Opel Calibra vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Calibra 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 55 more horse power than 1991 Opel Calibra. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1991 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Calibra. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Calibra | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Calibra | X3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
