2008 BMW X3 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 74 L |
