1970 Austin 3 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 3 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
