1973 BMW 3 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 998 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 99 L |
