2003 BMW X3 vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | X3 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
