2009 BMW X3 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X3 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
