1973 BMW 3 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 37 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 776 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, both vehicles can yield 287 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
