1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 BMW X3

To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Toyota Corona 2012 BMW X3
Make Toyota BMW
Model Corona X3
Year Released 1978 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 68 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1875 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4648 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1881 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1675 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2810 mm


 

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