2008 BMW X3 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X3 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
