2012 BMW X3 vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
