2012 BMW X3 vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara 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 145 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. 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 1990 Nissan Pintara. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW X3 | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X3 | Pintara |
Year Released | 2012 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |