1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 879 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corolla | X3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 941 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
