2006 BMW X3 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 877 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | X3 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
