1975 Ford Torino vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Torino | X3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |
