1972 Ford Torino vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 77 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Torino | X3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
