1966 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. 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 1966 Toyota Sport 800. 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 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Toyota Sport 800 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sport 800 | X3 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |