2006 BMW X3 vs. 1996 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1996 Innocenti Mille. 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 1996 Innocenti Mille. 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 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1996 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | BMW | Innocenti |
| Model | X3 | Mille |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
