1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 3-Litre | X5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
