1994 BMW 854 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 854 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
