1992 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Bravada | X3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2807 mm |