1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Because 1976 BMW 3.3 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 1976 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4, 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 3.3 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
