2006 BMW X3 vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor. 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 1983 Ford Meteor. 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 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
