1971 BMW 3 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1971 BMW 3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
